Social media platform X, formerly recognized as Twitter, is preparing to roll out a preliminary edition of video and audio calling for specific users, as stated by its proprietor, Elon Musk. The billionaire is leading the transition of X into a comprehensive “all-in-one” application.
Musk referred to a post on the platform guiding users on how to activate this feature as an “Early version of video & audio calling on X.”
This latest functionality is part of a series of new features and alterations to the platform’s core experience since Musk’s acquisition of the social media company nearly a year ago.
Following the rebranding of Twitter to X, Musk made clear his intention to transform the platform into a super-app, offering a wide array of services ranging from messaging and social networking to peer-to-peer payments.
In an earlier tease in August, Musk had stated that users wouldn’t require a phone number for these features, and they would be accessible on Apple’s iOS, Google’s Android, and personal computers.
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Meanwhile, X is currently in the trial phase of a subscription plan named “Not a Bot,” priced at the equivalent of US$1 (Rs 83) annually, available to users in New Zealand and the Philippines. Users who opt not to subscribe will retain the ability to log in, view content, and follow other accounts, but they won’t have the capacity to engage in activities like tweeting, liking, sharing, or bookmarking content. This subscription is exclusively offered to new accounts and specifically designed for the browser version of the platform, rather than the mobile app.
As suggested by its name, “Not a Bot,” X has framed this initiative as a step to deter the prevalence of automated bots. Bots are profiles that function through automated scripts, frequently developed by malicious actors to spread disinformation and boost ad engagement. They are not only prevalent on X but also on numerous other platforms, such as Facebook and Instagram.
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